Which of the Following Statements Regarding Species Diversity Is False

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding species diversity is false?

• A) If two communities have the same species richness, the one with the more even distribution of species is considered more diverse.
• B) Beta diversity is a measure of the change in species composition from one community or habitat to another.
• C) For many taxa, species diversity decreases with distance from the equator.
• D) Gamma diversity is the regional diversity found over a range of communities or habitats in a geographic region.
• E) Sorenson's index is used to estimate the alpha diversity of a community.

Know the effects of pesticides on non-target organisms and the ecosystem.

Comprehend the role and impact of synthetic pesticides in agriculture and pest control.

Identify strategies to mitigate pest resistance and the pesticide treadmill.

Recognize the significance of pest control in crop yield and protection.

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